Cross-comparison, validation and performance of computerised neuropsychological assessment devices in the evaluation of mild cognitive impairment and dementia

随着人口老龄化和痴呆症的相关增加，对神经心理评估的需求将增加，但没有足够的训练有素的人员和资源来满足这一需求。计算机化测试为大规模实施老年人的认知筛查和监测提供了极好的机会。这是第一项系统地评估和比较几种流行的计算机化神经心理评估设备在老年痴呆症和非痴呆症患者中的应用的研究。

With an ageing population and associated increase in dementia there will be increased demand for neuropsychological assessment, with insufficient trained personnel and resources to meet this demand. Computerised tests offer excellent opportunities for large scale implementation of cognitive screening and monitoring of older adults. This is the first study to systematically evaluate and compare several popular computerised neuropsychological assessment devices in elders with and without dementia.